The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has welcomed the publication of the Single Construction Regulator Prospectus by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
A Home Builders Federation (HBF) initiative, the NHBC Masterclass series offers fully funded training courses delivered by experts in their field covering roofing, bricklaying and dry lining. Aimed at professional tradespeople looking to keep up to date with the latest industry practices, they provide practical skills and improved knowledge to support the delivery of high-quality new homes.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has announced access to new A-rated capacity, through their long standing capacity partner Cadis MGA.This marks one of the most significant milestones in the company’s history and strengthens its position as a leading provider of structural warranties and construction insurance across the UK.
A development of new homes in Mayfield, Dalkeith, has gained the highest award given by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, for incorporating crime prevention techniques into the layout and landscaping and the physical security of buildings.
The Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022 and its subsequent regulatory framework mark the most comprehensive overhaul of construction safety in decades—reshaping how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained.
The sudden collapse of Assent Building Control, one of the UK’s largest private building control firms, has sent shockwaves through the construction sector.
Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat will highlight the vital role of compliance in ensuring fire safety in modern facade design at this year’s London Build event.
David Campbell, chief operating officer at NHBC, discusses ambitious housing targets, maintaining quality while building large numbers of new homes and why skills might be the key to unlocking both.
When you’re planning changes to a building, fire safety might not be the first thing on your mind. Yet the reality is that every alteration to the fabric of a building can have a direct impact on its fire safety strategy.
Fire doors are one of the most vital elements of any building’s fire safety strategy. They are designed to contain smoke and fire, protecting both people and property. But their effectiveness relies on regular, thorough inspections.
A government report released during the summer prompted About Access to pay particular attention to some of the disabling features which people encounter in everyday life, as Ian Streets explains.
Hertfordshire Building Control's Rachel LeGood explores the changes brought about the 2021 Part L updates- and how the 2025 Future Homes & Buildings Standard goes further on energy efficiency design.
In a post-Grenfell world, we need to put people first and mandatory competence for builders is an obvious step. Glyn Thomas casts his eye at this and the other elephants in the room.
A development of new homes in Mayfield, Dalkeith, has gained the highest award given by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, for incorporating crime prevention techniques into the layout and landscaping and the physical security of buildings.
